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The Crown on the King of Cups
By robert | March 2, 2008
For a long time I’ve wondered about the crown on the King of Cups in many of the old decks, particularly the Vieville.
How odd it is, with the “wings” coming out the side. Yet, I wonder if it is based on an actual crown? It is extremely detailed for an old woodcut image, including carved ornament and the skullcap underneath. It looks Asian to me, but I’m probably thinking of shogun warriors or perhaps fantasy images.
I’ve started a thread on Aeclectic Tarot to discuss it. Who knows, maybe something will turn up. I hope so.
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